Ingredients
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- For the Cake:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1½ cups brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 (15 oz) can pure pumpkin puree
- For the Topping:
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Cream cheese frosting (optional)
- Caramel drizzle (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare the Pan:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan with butter or non-stick spray, or line with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
- Cream Butter & Sugar:
- In a large bowl, beat butter and brown sugar with an electric mixer for 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs & Vanilla:
- Beat in eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully mixed before adding the next.
- Add vanilla extract and mix well.
- Incorporate Pumpkin Puree:
- Mix in pumpkin puree until the batter is thick and smooth.
- Combine Wet & Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing on low speed just until combined. Do not overmix.
- Bake the Cake:
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool & Add Toppings:
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Once cooled, top with whipped cream, cream cheese frosting, or caramel drizzle if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320 kcal
Keywords: pumpkin pie cake, fall dessert, Thanksgiving cake, spiced cake